Regulation Basics Flashcards
What is a VESCP Authority?
An authority approved by the Board to operate a Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Program.
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 5)
Provide examples of organizations that may be considered to be a VESCP authority.
- State entity
- Federal entity
- district
- county
- City
- town
- utility companies (electric, gas, telephone…)
- railroad
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 5)
What is a land-disturbing activity?
Any man-made change to the land surface that may result in soil erosion from water or wind and the movement of sediments into state waters or onto lands in the Commonwealth, (note there are some activities not included)
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 3)
What is an agreement in lieu of a plan?
A contract between the plan-approving authority and the owner that specifies conservation measures that must be implemented in the construction of a single-family residence.
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 2)
Which of the following is not considered land disturbance? (More than 1 may apply)
A) home gardens/individual home landscaping
B) individual service connections
C) county elementary school construction
D) underground public utility line repair on a road
E) septic tank lines
A, B, D, and E are not considered land disturbance
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 3
Which of the following is not considered land disturbance? (More than 1 may apply)
A) surface mining conducted pursuant to Title 45.1
B) construction of city park
C) rebuilding of railroad tracks
D) harvesting of agricultural
E) underground public utility line installation on sidewalk
A, C, D, and E are not considered land disturbance
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 3 and 4
Which of the following is not considered land disturbance? (More than 1 may apply)
A) construction of community center B) installation of fence posts C) shoreline erosion control projects D) emergency work to protect property E) construction of agricultural terraces
B, C, D, and E
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 4
It is the State Water Control Board’s responsibility to approve VESCP authorities among other things. Who must adopt and administer a VESCP?
Counties and cities
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 6
Is a town within a county required to adopt and administer a VESCP?
No. They have the option to adopt their own program or become subject to the counties program.
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 6)
Name three responsibilities of a VESCP authority Program Administrator.
- Completes annual report
- Coordinates enforcement proceedings
- Keeps records, collects fees, and updates local ordinances
- Ensures plan review/inspections/enforcement actions are in accordance w/ laws, regulations, and local ordinances
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 8)
What can a VESCP authority do if they need assistance with VESCP responsibilities?
A VESCP can enter into agreements or contracts with districts, adjacent localities, or other public or private entities
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 9)
What are acceptable reasons for a locality to adopt more stringent regulations?
- Address TMDL requirements
- Protect exceptional state waters
- address specific existing water pollution (nutrient and sediment loading, stream channel erosion, depleted groundwater, excessive localized flooding)
- or prevent further degradation of water sources
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 9)
If a locality is looking to adopt a more stringent ordinance that would help address stream channel erosion, what two things should be done?
Make sure the stricter ordinance is based upon factual findings or studies and hold a public hearing
Report the need for this ordinance to the board
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 pages 9 and 10)
What type or organizations must submit annual standards and specifications for DEQ review?
Electric companies, natural gas companies, telephone utility companies, railroad companies, and interstate/intrastate natural gas pipeline companies
(ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 11)
How long does DEQ have to review the submittal of annual standards and specifications?
60 days
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 11
What two ways can state agency LDAs be conducted?
Either in accordance with DEQ approved annual standards or after submitting ESC plans to DEQ for review and approval prior to land disturbance
(Module 4 / Page 12)
Approval of the ESC plan could be revoked and the person carrying out the plan shall be subject to penalties if a certain thing is not provided before starting land disturbance. What needs to be provided?
The name of the Responsible Land Disturber
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 14
In what two places can the RLD be designated?
Either on the ESC plans or permit
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 14
How long does a VESCP authority have to review an adequate ESC plan?
60 days
ESC Basic Binder - Modules 4 page 14